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MWD Field Specialist (Trainees & Experienced) MSD

Patterson-UTI
Conroe, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

MWD Field Specialist Trainee

Detailed Description:

  • Make sound, timely decisions that support operations while maintaining a safe work environment
  • Work with an emphasis on individual safety and safety for others, including coworkers and third parties
  • Maintain situational awareness on location and safely navigate work areas with moving equipment and other hazards
  • Learn to identify and accurately inventory all required tools on location
  • Become proficient in tool assembly, and surface equipment rig-up
  • Remain on the wellsite for the duration of directional operations or until released by the customer or supervisor
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and perform necessary repairs on equipment during drilling operations
  • Become proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications required to perform the job
  • Learn to accurately validate and qualify survey data
  • Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
  • Work independently and prioritize tasks based on operational needs
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with coworkers, internal and external customers, and third parties
  • Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the work shift
  • Demonstrate clear communication skills including the ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English
  • Clearly judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
  • Able to discuss and explain job details (current and past job runs)
  • Ability to receive and follow directions from multiple managers, coordinators, and trainers
  • Willingness to work extended schedules, including additional days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Maintain a reliable vehicle capable of traveling long distances, including in unfavorable road conditions

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • At least six months of stable work history, military service, or enrollment in a technical school or university within the past 12 months
  • Must be able to meet requirements of Company’s Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
  • Oilfield related work history
  • Electrical, mechanical, or shop experience a plus

MWD Field Specialist II

The MWD Field Specialist II has primary responsibilities to participate in the operation of on-site duties, troubleshooting procedures and making repairs with little or no supervision.

The MWD Field Specialist II works under the direction of the Senior MWD Field Specialist on location but will report to an MWD Coordinator.

Detailed Description:

  • Run and operate gamma logging equipment and software
  • Follow procedures for all job duties and accurately complete all job paperwork
  • Assemble, run and operate both mud pulse tools, using appropriate surface gear, and following mud pulse procedures
  • Recognize and accurately inventory all appropriate tools on location
  • MWD tool assembly and surface gear rig up
  • Remain on wellsite for the duration of directional operations or until released by customer/supervisor
  • Monitor, troubleshoot and make necessary repairs to equipment in operation while drilling
  • Utilize MS Office Suite and other related computer programs required for job completion
  • Accurately qualify survey data
  • Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
  • Work independently and prioritize tasks based on operational needs
  • Make sound and quick decisions to support all operations while maintaining a continuously safe working environment
  • Work with an emphasis on individual safety and safety for others, including coworkers and third parties
  • Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

  • Demonstrated ability to assemble, run, and operate MS Directional MWD tools and equipment
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with coworkers, internal and external customers, and third parties
  • Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the work shift
  • Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English
  • Ability to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
  • Willing to work extended schedules, including extra days, nights, weekends and holidays

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 6 months MWD experience or 6 months experience with MS Directional, or equivalent combination of both
  • Gamma logging experience
  • Eligible to meet requirements to drive on Company business and pass an MVR

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BenchTree surface gear experience
  • DigiDrill logging software experience
  • Basic computer skills with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook etc.)

Additional Details:

This position requires the person to work in various environments to include office, shops and worksites often in remote locations with exposure to all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, cold, heat, day, night, etc.) and employees will be expected to properly use designated personal protective equipment (PPE). The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending and frequent near vision use for reading and use of a computer, telephone and other office equipment.

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